Introducing Bryant Elementary School’s newly elected Student Council officers! Student Council members are elected by their peers to address school issues as well as organize activities and events. Our council’s platform this year is social and emotional health. Go Tigers!
Angelou Elementary School students held one of their favorite Thanksgiving traditions before the holiday break: a parade of balloons! Teachers read the book “Balloons Over Broadway: The True Story of the Puppeteer of Macy’s Parade” and students learned about how the giant balloons were created for the world famous parade. Students designed their own balloon floats and paraded for our families!
Riley Early Childhood Center hosted their Harvest Fest before Thanksgiving break. It was a wonderful gathering of students, families and staff. We are so grateful for you!
Don't miss out on Harvey Park District's Lunch-N-Fun with Santa coming up next Saturday, Dec, 9! Register in advance by calling 708-331-3857.
Recently, Riley Pre-K students had an in-school field trip experience with Sand Ridge Nature Center from Calumet City! The students enjoyed interactive activities with live animals, learning the history of the Sand Ridge Nature Center and checking out different types of animal skin.
Congratulations to the 92 Brooks Middle School students who earned a spot on the A/B honor roll list during the first quarter! Dr. Davis and the Warrior staff sponsored a Warrior Breakfast to celebrate this remarkable achievement with the students’ families.
Congratulations to Holmes Elementary School students in Mrs. Lemon’s 2nd grade class! They completed all of their homework throughout the quarter and were rewarded with a pizza party. Here are our Homework Heroes!
Harvey School District 152 would like to officially welcome Ms. Lisa Manuel as the new principal at Whittier Elementary School! Ms. Manuel’s experience ranges from her time as an elementary school teacher, to an academic advisor and most recently as an Assistant Principal within Joliet Public School District 86. She officially began her new role earlier this month and we are so excited to have her experience and leadership at Whittier!
Many thanks to Mrs. Brenda Richardson for filling our principal role this school year! She stepped in and stepped up and set a perfect example in this administrative role.
From our entire team at Harvey School District 152, we wish you a wonderful Thanksgiving! We’re always thankful for all of our students, staff and community members who make this community such a special place. Thank you for your partnership in our students’ education!
Forty-eight Holmes Elementary School students with perfect attendance for the first quarter were treated to a Movie Day! The students got a bag of popcorn, a juice box, and a bag of candy as they spent the afternoon watching Super Mario Brothers in the gym.
Thank you to all the families that attended the family night event at Maya Angelou Elementary School earlier this month! Families and students enjoyed learning about Dia De Los Muertos from Ms. Ramirez, who is a Parent Educator in Harvey’s Birth-to-3 program. She shared valuable information about setting up an altar with the photos of the loved ones who have passed on, as well as about the variety of flowers, food and drinks placed on the altar to honor loved ones.
Everyone visited various stations which included creating tombstone messages, making papel picado and decorating sugar skulls. The event was a beautiful celebration and wonderful time spent with Angelou families!
Our buildings will be closed for Thanksgiving break from Wednesday, Nov. 22 through Friday, Nov. 24. Enjoy the week ahead with your loved ones!
Earlier this month, Bryant Elementary School celebrated Grandparents’ Day! During the program, students and their loved ones had breakfast together and shared a special keepsake to cherish.
Last week, Bryant Elementary School students had a special visitor! Grammy-Nominated Ivory Scott shared a motivating speech about focusing on dreams and working hard.One of our students even won a cash prize for being brave and singing in front of her peers!
Recently, our Board of Education approved our 2023-2028 Strategic Goals!
Ensure academic engagement and growth for all students
Support a learning environment that is safe, inclusive, and engaging for all students
Grow and maintain a work environment that recruits and retains high-quality staff
Enhance communication and community relations
Provide a safe and effective learning environment with fiscal responsibility
These goals were developed by stakeholder feedback including focus groups and surveys. Next, our board and administration will begin working from these goals to then develop specific strategies over the next couple of years. Learn more about the process: https://www.harvey152.org/page/strategic-plan
Thank you to all of our community members for your continued direction and guidance!
Today is School Board Members Day in Illinois! We are grateful for this incredible group of community leaders who care for our students, staff and families. Thank you for all that you do for the success of our district!
Myra Gardner, President
Janet Rogers, Vice President
Teresa Cameron, Secretary
Sandra Contreras, Member
Linda Hawkins, Member
Casey Nesbit, Member
Joseph Whittington, Jr., Member
Last night the 7th Grade Lady Warriors defeated Chicago Heights Middle School 31-13 to advance to the Regional Championship game. The Lady Warriors will put their undefeated season on the line against Homewood Hart tomorrow, Wednesday, Nov.15 at 4:30 p.m. at Chicago Heights Middle School (1020 Dixie Highway, Chicago Heights, IL 60411). Come cheer on the Lady Warriors on their quest for another Regional Championship!
As a reminder, tomorrow Nov. 15, is a school improvement day. Students will be released at 12:30 p.m.
Our Lady Warriors 7th grade basketball team is ranked the number one seed in the Regional Competition! This afternoon (Nov. 13 at 4:15 p.m.), the undefeated team will play at Chicago Heights Middle School.
Coach Valente and the Lady Warriors have been working hard all season. Come out and show your support as they push for another regional championship!
Congratulations to Jeremiah Harris Mitchell on his position as National Junior Honor Society President! Jeremiah is an 8th grader who is active in many clubs and groups at Brooks Middle School including Drumline, Choir, Drama and Broadcasting Club. He is excited about this experience and looks forward to community-based initiatives and learning more about how he can help others.
